A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.
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Dear Betty, a beautiful individual cross. Skillfully decorated on both sides. Lost wax system with decoration afterwards. It is a Solomonic design popular from the Dessie area. The decoration is really outstanding and generous. Evil eye protection on the top hinge. As far as I can observe from the photo due to wear on the bail and the generous use of material, I would place it in about 1930. Really a toppie.
Well done. Gr. Ingrid.
Dear Ingrid, Thank you for your comment! The bail is quite worn, but I wonder if it is the original one. This piece might have spent quite a time of its life in a collection without being worn. I really love it and am happy to know that it finds your approval too :-) Kind regards, Betty
Betty, Silver crosses were not in use in Ethiopia since 1880 and than the very simple solomonic shape, maltese type of cross. these designs are of a much later age and more individual decorations have been undertaken. These quality crosses are almost not available in the free market since 1980s.
Absolutely beautiful, Betty! Congratulations!
Thank you Ingrid and Lynn.
I can never resist when I find a nice Ethiopian cross....and as Ingrid said, its difficult to find older quality pieces... I will post a few more in the coming days, but this is my favourite.